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Ophthalmic Assistant - Training provided! Full benefits, no weekends, paid holidays!

VEC Norfolk Clinic💼 Full-time💰 $37,440–$43,680🗓 2026-09-18 → 2026-09-26

Core

Assist ophthalmologists in providing patient care by performing initial eye tests, preparing patients for exams, and maintaining clinic operations.

Role type

Clinical support technician (ophthalmology)

Builds

Diagnostic data and patient readiness for ophthalmologist exams

Domain

Healthcare / Ophthalmology

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work

Required skills

patient intake, medical history documentation, visual acuity testing, pupil observation, extraocular movement assessment, dilation, refraction, intraocular pressure measurement, visual fields testing, OCT operation, GDX operation, IOL master operation, auto refractor operation, topography, vital signs measurement, room preparation, supply management, EMR data entry

Preferred skills

COA or COT certification, Microsoft Office proficiency, EMR system experience

Technologies

OCT, GDX, IOL master, auto refractor, topography, EMR systems

Responsibilities

Verify patient information and record medical history; check eye condition using diagnostic equipment; prepare patients for treatments and minor procedures; document medical visits and procedures; maintain exam rooms and stock supplies; perform general office duties and cleaning.

Seniority

Entry-level to Junior, hands-on IC

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